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gaming23 hours ago•7 min saved

Pokémon Champions launch hit by bugs as dev pledges fixes

Pokémon Champions launch has been marred by several bugs (Leech Seed HP miscalculation, Mega Evolution ordering glitches, incorrect Pokémon genders in tutorials and released teams, Encore/Lightning Rod issues, and a battle UI move-selection bug). The developer apologized and said these issues will be addressed in future data updates or maintenance, with ongoing investigation into other problems; the piece notes the game is planned for Switch in April 2026 with mobile versions to follow.

via My Nintendo News|

#bugs #gaming #nintendo-switch

technology1 day ago•5 min saved

Old Kindles Lose Access: Amazon Ends Updates for Pre-2012 Devices

Amazon will discontinue software support for Kindle devices released in 2012 or earlier starting May 20, 2026, meaning owners can read titles already on the device but cannot purchase, borrow, or download new books after that date; deregistering or factory resetting will render the device unusable. Affected models include Kindle 1st/2nd Gen, Kindle DX/DX Graphite, Kindle Keyboard, Kindle 4, Kindle 5, Kindle Touch, and the first Paperwhite. The policy underscores planned obsolescence of aging hardware, with no explicit reason given, and readers may seek alternatives or newer devices to continue seamless access to content.

via Business Insider|

#amazon #ereader #kindle

gaming1 day ago•8 min saved

Dune Awakening drops mandatory PvP as 80% skip it, private servers on the way

Dune: Awakening is removing PvP as a mandatory endgame, deleting PvP zones in Hagga Basin and offering a PvP-free Deep Desert as an alternative; a separate PvP-enabled Deep Desert with a 2.5x resource multiplier remains for those who crave combat. The studio notes that about 80% of lifetime players never engaged with PvP, and private server hosting will be tested soon with customizable PvP options, altered harvesting rates, and potential character transfers to support long-term community play.

via Eurogamer|

#dune-awakening #endgame #gaming

technology2 days ago•16 min saved

Microsoft reveals 18 Windows 11 upgrades planned for 2026 to speed up and simplify the OS

Microsoft has outlined an 18-feature plan to overhaul Windows 11 in 2026, spanning UI, performance, reliability, and developer tools. Highlights include a customizable taskbar, native Start menu with WinUI, trimmed Copilot usage, redesigned update flow, faster OOBE, faster File Explorer, improved dark mode consistency, Settings app redesign, broader hardware/driver reliability fixes, enhanced Bluetooth/audio, more reliable Windows Hello, better haptic/touchpad support, major WSL developer upgrades, a move to 100% native first‑party apps, a new in-OS Feature Flags system, and upgraded Feedback Hub/Insider experience, with phased rollout starting with Windows Insiders and continuing monthly throughout 2026.

via Windows Latest|

#2026 #features #microsoft

technology18 days ago•7 min saved

Microsoft to drip-feed Windows 11 2026 updates with speed boosts and a movable taskbar

Microsoft says Windows 11’s 2026 update will roll out in monthly, wave-based releases via the Insider program and optional previews before standard Patch Tuesday updates. The rollout uses a Control Feature Rollout approach, so features like a movable taskbar, reduced Copilot presence, more update control, faster File Explorer, and improved Widgets will appear first in Insider builds and optional previews, then in stable updates. Planned improvements aim for lower RAM usage, faster responsiveness, better search, improved driver and device reliability, and a calmer, more consistent user experience. Non‑Insiders will see changes only after testing and through regular updates.

via Windows Latest|

#microsoft #performance #rollout

technology20 days ago•5 min saved

iOS 26.4 refresh boosts productivity with offline Shazam, urgent reminders, and a revamped Music app

iOS 26.4 packs a productivity and usability lift: keyboard accuracy improvements, offline Shazam for song identification, unified Apple account management, Safari’s new Search Tabs, customizable subtitles, an Urgent folder in Reminders, a redesigned Music app, and accessibility and battery/performance optimizations as the last major update before iOS 27.

via Geeky Gadgets|

#apple #ios #mobile

technology21 days ago•20 min saved

Windows 11 Backlash Sparks Plan: Copilot, Taskbar, and Update Controls Reworked

Microsoft promises a Windows 11 course correction after backlash and meme-level criticism, outlining changes like more taskbar customization (including top/left/right placements), a narrower role for Copilot in core apps, greater control over updates (longer update pauses, skip during setup, and restart/shutdown without updates), faster File Explorer performance, and overall UX improvements. The changes will roll out to the Windows 11 Insider Program in March–April 2026, with broader adoption depending on feedback, as part of a broader plan to improve Windows quality.

via TechPowerUp|

#copilot #insider-program #taskbar

technology21 days ago•15 min saved

Microsoft Promises Windows 11 Refresh: Less Copilot, Faster Tools, and a Reimagined Taskbar

Microsoft says Windows 11 updates for Windows Insider testers next month will speed up File Explorer, make Copilot integration more purposeful (removing some entry points like Snipping Tool, Photos, Widgets, and Notepad), give users more control over updates (including pausing/restarting without updates and skipping during setup), and allow repositioning the taskbar with better widget customization. The company also plans a major Refresh Hub update and clearer Insider feedback pathways, plus broader improvements to performance, memory usage, latency, driver quality, and app stability. Overall, it’s a bid to reduce friction and make Windows 11 feel more reliable and user-driven.

via Gizmodo|

#copilot #insiders #microsoft

tech22 days ago•47 min saved

Microsoft lets you pause Windows updates indefinitely — finally back in control

Microsoft is signaling a shift away from the Windows Update nightmare by letting users pause automatic updates for as long as they need, with the option to reboot or shut down without forced installs and to skip updates during device setup. The company also promises faster updates for those who want them, plus ongoing improvements to performance, reliability, and wake times, all while preserving some degree of automatic updating. It’s a move toward giving users more control and rebuilding trust in Windows, though it stops short of ending automatic updates entirely.

via The Verge|

#microsoft #tech #updates

technology22 days ago•6 min saved

Microsoft sets out sweeping Windows 11 fixes to boost performance, reliability and usability

Microsoft unveils a phased plan to fix Windows 11, prioritizing faster startup and responsiveness, lower memory usage, a movable taskbar, quieter Copilot integrations, improved File Explorer and updates, stronger reliability, and better Start/Search UX—aimed at giving users more control and a more consistent experience.

via The Verge|

#microsoft #performance #technology

technology29 days ago•2 min saved

Windows 11 March Update Brings WebP Backgrounds, Faster Updates, and New Admin Tools

Microsoft’s Windows 11 March 2026 update KB5079473 adds features such as Sysmon, enhanced Windows Backup, Quick Machine Recovery, and a built-in speed test, alongside WebP desktop background support and RSAT on ARM; it also delivers faster Windows Update, more reliable File Explorer search, and other bug fixes, with the update rolling out via Windows Update or the Microsoft Update Catalog.

via PCWorld|

#security #software #technology

technology1 month ago•11 min saved

Google Pixel's March Feature Drop Expands with 12+ New Features

Google's March Pixel Feature Drop rolls out 12+ new features across Pixel devices, including AI-generated custom icons, a standalone Now Playing app, real-time location sharing in Messages, Circle to Search with Try It On, updated At a Glance widgets, restaurant recommendations via Magic Cue, Gemini groceries/ride ordering, and broader accessibility and desktop/camera enhancements across Pixel 6 and newer.

via Droid Life|

#android #featuredrop #google

technology1 month ago•14 min saved

2026 Update Sunset: Which Popular Smartphones Will Be Left Unpatched?

A wide range of well-known phones from Samsung, Google, Apple, Motorola, OnePlus and LG will stop receiving feature or security updates in 2026, with many moving to end-of-support or vintage status. The piece warns users to upgrade or consider alternatives like LineageOS to avoid security risks, as older devices are phased out of official patch schedules.

via SlashGear|

#end-of-support #lineageos #security-updates

gaming1 month ago•1 min saved

MCC Exchange Gets Permanent Access and Quarterly Bundle Returns

Halo: The Master Chief Collection's Exchange is upgraded so most unlockable content becomes permanently available to players upon login, with a rotating quarterly schedule for a few bundles. Vaulted or once-limited items (like the Avalanche Sniper Rifle and Halo 4 skins) are returning, and the quarterly rotations will govern remaining drops.

via Halo Waypoint|

#gaming #halo #halo-mcc

gaming1 month ago•3 min saved

Hunt: Showdown Marks 8-Year Milestone With New Map, Features, and Community Contests

Hunt: Showdown celebrates eight years with a slate of 2025 updates: a new map Mammon's Gulch, CRYENGINE upgrade, Tarot Cards, and the return of the Corrupted Circus, plus the Flame Rifle and new social features. The year will also bring major in-game events, a weapon skin design contest, a community wrap-up video series, and ongoing giveaways as the team teases more content to come.

via huntshowdown.com|

#anniversary #community-events #gaming